When was the last time a 14-year-old made national headlines—not for topping a school exam, but for smashing records in the Indian Premier League (IPL)?
Meet Vaibhav Suryavanshi, the young cricket sensation from a small village in Bihar, who has become the youngest centurion in men’s T20 cricket history!
Top 5 Fast Facts About Vaibhav Suryavanshi-
- Age: Born on March 27, 2011 – he’s just 14 years old.
- Hometown: Tajpur village, Samastipur district, Bihar.
- First IPL Century: 101 off 38 balls vs Gujarat Titans (April 28, 2025).
- Auction Price: Bought by Rajasthan Royals for ₹1.1 crore in 2024.
- IPL Record: Fastest century by an Indian in IPL history!
From Fields to Fame: A Dream Carved with Sacrifice-
Vaibhav’s journey began in the dusty fields of Motipur, where his father, Sanjiv Suryavanshi, a farmer, recognized his son’s talent early on.
To fund his dream, Sanjiv sold his farmland and enrolled Vaibhav in a cricket academy in Samastipur when he was just 9.
That leap of faith is now inspiring millions.
The Debut That Made History-
On April 19, 2025, Vaibhav made his IPL debut for Rajasthan Royals against Lucknow Super Giants.
But it was his explosive 101 (38 balls) on April 28 that stole the show.
He hit 11 sixes and 7 fours, beating Yusuf Pathan’s long-standing Indian record for the fastest IPL century.
The Nation’s New Favorite-
First-Class Debut: At 12 years, 284 days – one of the youngest ever for Bihar.
Youth Test Hero: Scored a century (104 off 62) vs Australia U-19.
List A Debut: Youngest Indian to play in the Vijay Hazare Trophy.
After his record-breaking IPL knock, Vaibhav’s first call wasn’t to a celebrity or media outlet—it was to his father, saying:
“Papa, pranaam.”
Such humility, wrapped in explosive talent.
What’s Next for Vaibhav?
He dreams of wearing the India jersey at the senior level. With this kind of start, selectors and fans alike are watching closely.
Final Thought-
Vaibhav Suryavanshi isn’t just playing cricket—he’s inspiring a generation. From rural Bihar to cricket’s biggest stage, his story is a powerful reminder:
Age is just a number when talent meets hard work.
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